3 Powerful Tea rituals for aura cleansing, love, and saturn healing; Perfect for International Tea Day

Tea has always been more than just a drink; it's a ritual, a comfort, and a way to connect with others. For centuries and across cultures, tea has been used to relax the body, mind, and even the soul.OnInternational Tea Day, it’s the perfect time to honour tea—not just for its warm, soothing taste, but also for its subtle, sacred influence in spiritual and energetic practices. Here are three meaningful tea rituals that blend astrology, energy work, and intuitive witchcraft. Ideal for those who believe that magic begins with the smallest of sips. In Vedic astrology, Saturn and Rahu are karmic teachers that test our patience and spiritual strength by creating delays and invisible obstacles. One of the most heart-centered ways to harmonize these planetary energies is through acts of service, especially towards the elderly—who symbolise Saturn’s wisdom. Begin by mindfully preparing herbal teas with grounding and sattvic energy. Good blends include tulsi (holy basil), fennel, cardamom, or ginger. As you gather the teas for donation, hold your hands over them and softly chant: Next, arrange a small basket or box with the teas. You might also include a sweet note or a packet of cookies. Deliver this to an old age home on a Saturday—a day ruled by Saturn—and offer it with humility and an open heart. Once home, light a black candle or a sesame oil lamp, and drink a cup of the same tea. As its warmth flows through you, visualize your karmic burdens dissolving, your path clearing, and the shadows of Saturn and Rahu turning into light. Your aura is your energetic skin—it absorbs all that you experience, both good and bad. Over time, it can feel heavy, cloudy, or stagnant. A gentle, symbolic way to clear this is by burning used tea leaves. Dry out the loose-leaf tea you've just brewed. Any blend works, but adding protective herbs like sage, rosemary, or lavender can enhance its power. Place the dried leaves in a fire-safe dish, then light them and allow the smoke to rise slowly. Waft the dish gently around your body or hands, letting the smoke flow through your aura. Whisper: As the smoke clears, feel your energy become lighter. Once the ritual is complete, allow the ashes to cool and return them to the earth—scatter them in a garden or near running water as a symbolic release. End the ritual with a calming tea, like chamomile, to center your mind and preserve the inner clarity you’ve cultivated. Love is not just romance; it’s presence, kindness, and the courage to open your heart again and again. This tea ritual invokes the soft, luminous energies of Venus and the Moon to attract love, deepen connection, or foster self-compassion. Start by preparing a heart-opening tea with rose petals, hibiscus, and a pinch of cinnamon for warmth and desire. Set your cup down and light a pink or red candle. As the tea steeps, whisper: While sipping slowly, write a love letter—to a future partner, your younger self, or your present self just as you are. Once finished, dry the used tea leaves and place them in a small magical jar with a piece of rose quartz and your letter (optional). Seal the jar with pink wax or ribbon, and place it by your bedside or on your altar. As the candle burns out, say: Remember, it’s not just the herbs or words that hold the magic, but the sincerity behind them.